Modern Quilts from the Blogging Universe

Review from Quilters' Newsletter, June/July 2013

Be inspired by 19 unique quilts with a modern aesthetic. All designers are stars of the blogging universe and share musings on modern quilting, their personal design process and their blogs. Negative space, purposeful imperfections and improvisational piecing are featured.

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Review from Modern Quilters Unlimited, Winter 2013

Inspired by the work of modern quilters who blog, Martingale brought together 19 internet 'stars' and their unique quilt patterns. You will be enchanted by improvisational quilting, use of negative space, and each featured blogger's thoughts on modern quilting and their designing process. Detailed patterns are shown in clear, concise layouts, and helpful tips allow you to tackle any one of these quilts with confidence.

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Review from Barbara Rhoades

Each of the 19 projects in this book are written by a different author  What a great way to get a sample of each of these authors to help you decide if one particular one is your style.  Or better yet, just do them all.   After a one page introduction, the pattern instructions start with the color photo of the item.  Finished quilt and block size are found with a small paragraph about the quilt.  Material and cutting lists are clear but not written as a list as it has more in-depth explanations of the process.  Any templates needed are provided at full size.   Tips can be found throughout the book in colored headed boxes.  Graphics are sufficient to make sure you are on the right path.  A URL is provided for more detailed finishing techniques.  Each author's bio is found at the end of the project they wrote along with their web site.   The colors of the quilts are all over the place as each author has their own tastes - like you and I do.  So be sure to look at the patterns - and if the colors don't suit you, change them and make the projects in your own style.

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